Matching Pairs Experiments Memory GameOnline version Match each word with its definition. by Katy Wickenheiser 1 Inference 2 Control Group 3 Dependent Variable 4 Scientific Method 5 Hypothesis 6 Control/Constant 7 Theory 8 Independent Variable 9 Experimental Group 10 Observation A testable explanation about an observation. Typically an If…then statement. An explanation for generalized patterns in nature that is supported by evidence based on data collected using scientific methods The group or subjects that are included in the experiment. This is the group where the independent variable is applied. A logical explanation or conclusion based on observations and/or facts. A variable / variables that are held the same or constant for all experimental groups. The group or subject that is used as a standard for comparison in an experiment. A factor that can be changed or manipulated in an experiment by the scientist; "you change it" variables. The data collected by using the five senses or measurement tools to learn about objects and events. A process of critical thinking that uses observations and experiments to investigate testable predictions about the physical universe. A factor that responds to changes in other variables in an experiment; "it changed" variables. You measure it.
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